It would be awesome if you posted an updated video for this project in the future (how well the strawberries grew since they were sideways, what to do when the plant produces runners, and how well the tube held up during the season). This is such a cool idea!
Well, I did my research and galvanized containers are safe to grow in. Soil should be around the neutral range which won’t deteriorate the zinc coating, stock tanks have been used for years and years and and still in great shape.
Great idea, I sent the video from yesterday to my daughter because she was looking for something different to grow strawberries. My husband really likes it too. He said that you should use a deburring tool to remove the burrs (sharp pieces) from the drill holes. It would make it a lot safer and may not even need to wear gloves while planting if you remove the burrs first.
I love this so much!!! I have the perfect location for a few of these on my patio. Thanks for sharing all of your wonderful ideas and knowledge. I particularly love how we get to see the multitude of wonderful locations throughout your home. Each stands as a beautiful testament to your passion and talent. Your channel is a rare gem indeed.
Hi! Gooodmorning guys!☕️🌷😀 My husband and I fell in love with this idea as soon as it came out. It does look very pretty,clean,and smart for small gardening space. Thanks for this awesome idea we will be trying it out!
If worried about not getting water, you could put a small tube or pipe down the entire middle, with a few tiny holes to let water drip out slowly. If worried about that area getting too much water, could ask drainage holes.
If you take a rubber tube and slit it down one edge you can clip it around the rough edge of each hole and it will make it safer for planting and harvesting from it for years to come - natural rubber is non-toxic, or I am sure you an get food grade soft plastic tubes but I don’t know where - maybe in wine making kits or similar? Anyway just an idea xx
Looking back at all of your past strawberry projects. I am wanting to take mine out of the ground and into containers due to crazy spring, soggy & cold weather, not to even mention the slugs.
You are so creative, Laura! Love this one! I agree about the planting tray, I bought one shortly after I saw you rave about it a couple of years ago and now I wonder how I ever lived without it!
Just to remind you. Most of the pipes you drink from are pvc pipes. But if you are worried about the pvc glue. I would just find a large enough cap and bolt it on or use silicon gel. Anything else for peace of mind. But pvc pipe shouldn't be a problem
Just did my first year of strawberries in a pot. The crappy thing is that they rot almost right away if they touch soil, so this seems like good rot prevention.
iirc pvc isn't toxic until it is heated above around 270 degrees. I seem to recall metals being more toxic. Anyway, looks cool, thanks for the vids :-)
Oh my gosh, Laura this is so amazing! I'm always looking for a different way to grow strawberries, and this fits the bill. Thank you so much for this video, I love how they turned out.
My thoughts too but haven't researched it. But everyone seems to be using galvanized stock tanks or galvanized raised beds. So.....why are they selling them for growing food? Just curious.
PVC rigid pipe as been food safe since the 80. The NSF already has standards for food and water safety. Just make sure it is NSF code on pipe. When you hear toxic from pvc they are taking about pipes before 1977. The FDA has approved PVC for a while. Galvanized metal is actually worse than PVC.
@@ohsweetmystery worth concern, but PVC glue is only toxic before curing, much like most wood finishes that are on cutting boards and salad bowls. Once it is fully cured it will not deteriorate or offgas and is safe for potable water.
Most modern PVC is safe when used indoors. Outdoors is a different story. PVC degrades when exposed to sunlight, which these planters will get lots of.
Nice idea, the only thing I would add is some way to protect the sharp edges. They make a nice edge trim in rolls, which should work good. thanks for sharing
I am just learning about strawberry containers, do you fertilize in a container and if so what is safe since you’ll be eating them? How often do you fertilize for the summer?
Great DIY Laura!! This is such a great idea and I could even pull this off on my porch! Thank you for sharing your ideas with us! These are a must do for sure!! :)
Cute idea but you should probably make a video showing the actual on-going maintenance that will need done with this setup. I'm guessing some people won't know that they're going to have to maintain them regularly by trimming the daughters (runners) and replacing plants as they get old. Cutting the runners is no big deal but I wouldn't want to have to replace a failing plant in one of those tubes. Lol.
@@vitordonascimento2428 I disagree with you, but the question was something else. At the end even if it looks deformed you will not see it because plants will cover it as we can see in this clip. You cant even see deformations Aaron made by pushing de drill, I really think it would be easier to do it while it was flat.
Hey can you give an update on these strawberries and also I was wondering if you could explain how was the crown covered with moss? Was it entirely covered?
If you use a deburring tool, it will remove all the sharp edges in the metal and make it easier to hold without getting cut. They usually run around 7 dollars at Home Depot or Lowes.
I was watching this again and was wondering if it would be easier to cut the big holes before you snap together since the metal thin. You may have tried and it was hard to control the metal open. How about a drip hose down the centers.
I might try this hanging method; but I would try using the tubes that are sold to pour cement in ;I believe they are available in 6 inch and up. 2 good reasons, the main one would be the heat transfer from the outside of the tube to the inside should be minimal. And , as important I think...those heat duct tubes would probably start rusting pretty quick, as they were not designed to be in contact with wet surroundings...Just my opinion
It would be awesome if you posted an updated video for this project in the future (how well the strawberries grew since they were sideways, what to do when the plant produces runners, and how well the tube held up during the season). This is such a cool idea!
i've been told that the biggest challenge with single stack vertical setups like this is with watering. Drip irrigation probably helps.
I 2nd that! I'd like to know if they held up over the winter.
Well, I did my research and galvanized containers are safe to grow in. Soil should be around the neutral range which won’t deteriorate the zinc coating, stock tanks have been used for years and years and and still in great shape.
Great idea, I sent the video from yesterday to my daughter because she was looking for something different to grow strawberries. My husband really likes it too. He said that you should use a deburring tool to remove the burrs (sharp pieces) from the drill holes. It would make it a lot safer and may not even need to wear gloves while planting if you remove the burrs first.
I love this so much!!! I have the perfect location for a few of these on my patio. Thanks for sharing all of your wonderful ideas and knowledge. I particularly love how we get to see the multitude of wonderful locations throughout your home. Each stands as a beautiful testament to your passion and talent. Your channel is a rare gem indeed.
This nice lady should have her own TV show already, she is so natural.
I like that you showed us the drill bit so we know how to put holes in stuff. :)
For home made it looks very professional, great job Laura, I learn something from you each rime.
That custom made hanging pot looks good for herbs too.
Hi! Gooodmorning guys!☕️🌷😀 My husband and I fell in love with this idea as soon as it came out. It does look very pretty,clean,and smart for small gardening space. Thanks for this awesome idea we will be trying it out!
I would love to see a follow-up in late July or August to see if the bottom half survives.
If worried about not getting water, you could put a small tube or pipe down the entire middle, with a few tiny holes to let water drip out slowly.
If worried about that area getting too much water, could ask drainage holes.
Great tutorial. Also, you have great screen presence. Going to show this to wifey and pretty sure this will become a project. Thanx.
can you do an update when they start fruiting?
If you take a rubber tube and slit it down one edge you can clip it around the rough edge of each hole and it will make it safer for planting and harvesting from it for years to come - natural rubber is non-toxic, or I am sure you an get food grade soft plastic tubes but I don’t know where - maybe in wine making kits or similar? Anyway just an idea xx
Lizzie Dean Makes. What about the tube used in aquariums. Would it work ? it comes in several sizes
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Looking back at all of your past strawberry projects. I am wanting to take mine out of the ground and into containers due to crazy spring, soggy & cold weather, not to even mention the slugs.
Fun! Thanks for the video. I like cheaper and healthier. So pretty! Lots of plants too! I have to get my strawberry plants off the ground!
I love the idea! You are a genius. Thank you for Sharing with us!
You are so creative, Laura! Love this one! I agree about the planting tray, I bought one shortly after I saw you rave about it a couple of years ago and now I wonder how I ever lived without it!
Your helper Dexter is so tier that his taking time to rest. Your project is awesome. Love it
Please let us know how these held up? They look amazing!
Just to remind you. Most of the pipes you drink from are pvc pipes. But if you are worried about the pvc glue. I would just find a large enough cap and bolt it on or use silicon gel. Anything else for peace of mind. But pvc pipe shouldn't be a problem
"Guest-imate." love it! I think I learned that phrase from my parents. Its the best way to measure. :) They look great!
Love the strawberry hanging towers:) I've been looking for a better spot to put my strawberries 🍓 I'm doing this in my small patio this spring Thanks!
You are such a hard worker. That's a great idea... getting them up off the ground and it looks really nice. tfs
Your way of explaining everything is very good, great way
Clever - thanks! I do think I'll look for a food-grade PVC to avoid the whole sharp-edges thing, but I'll totally steal your design. :)
Great idea. I'm going to do this for my small patio area. Thanks.
Beautiful love the wind chime ideal I am waiting for your own TV garden show
Just did my first year of strawberries in a pot. The crappy thing is that they rot almost right away if they touch soil, so this seems like good rot prevention.
I love this idea!!!! I Russell knows when you are shooting. I love that little guy🙋♀️🙋♀️❤️
So loved the idea of this vertical strawberry holder. Great job.
What an awesome idea. Good on you!!! This is so amazing, especially for people who might not have a yard.
Seen this done with gutters for the house,but they hang horizontally! Great idea!
I'm so excited to see the updates on this planter it looks absolutely stunning! Would this work in Zone 9 or would my plants roast?
iirc pvc isn't toxic until it is heated above around 270 degrees. I seem to recall metals being more toxic. Anyway, looks cool, thanks for the vids :-)
What a great idea to add vertical visual interest
You are awesome! I was looking for another material by side pvc pipe. Thanks!
Oh my gosh, Laura this is so amazing! I'm always looking for a different way to grow strawberries, and this fits the bill. Thank you so much for this video, I love how they turned out.
Holly Hasegawa Nielson galvanized is toxic metal! You can’t grow food in it!
My thoughts too but haven't researched it. But everyone seems to be using galvanized stock tanks or galvanized raised beds. So.....why are they selling them for growing food? Just curious.
I have some of this tubing left over, now I have a good use for it! Thanks for the idea 😊
PVC rigid pipe as been food safe since the 80. The NSF already has standards for food and water safety. Just make sure it is NSF code on pipe. When you hear toxic from pvc they are taking about pipes before 1977. The FDA has approved PVC for a while. Galvanized metal is actually worse than PVC.
She was referring to PVC glue as being toxic, not the pipe itself.
So my NSF water pipes are toxic because of the glue and not because of the pipes??
@@ohsweetmystery worth concern, but PVC glue is only toxic before curing, much like most wood finishes that are on cutting boards and salad bowls. Once it is fully cured it will not deteriorate or offgas and is safe for potable water.
@@ohsweetmystery She actually mentioned both the glue and the pipe as an issue.
Most modern PVC is safe when used indoors. Outdoors is a different story. PVC degrades when exposed to sunlight, which these planters will get lots of.
I bet some company is going to manufacture these for next year. So cute!
Nice idea, the only thing I would add is some way to protect the sharp edges. They make a nice edge trim in rolls, which should work good. thanks for sharing
I think you can use car-door strip to line the plant holes to make them safer
Such an AWESOME idea that's practical & very cool looking!
Thanks for the inspiration 😉
Literally love this. I really like the look of it too!
your cat is so cute Ive seen him/her in the background briefly in your other videos I wish you would introduce, he's so cute :)
I so love your channel it fills me with inspiration and ideas. My husband on the other hand hates me watching it….🤣
Awesome project. I can’t wait to get started on mine
I love the look. It would be lovely as a large urban area looking to add some life.
This is so nice , thank you for sharing such a cool project !!! Just wondering if the metal doesn't get to hot and scorch the plants in the summer ???
What a Wonderful Idea tyfs Looks So Gorgeous!❤😁👏🏾
I love the idea! Looks really cool. How did the fruit turn out in terms of quality and yield?
I am just learning about strawberry containers, do you fertilize in a container and if so what is safe since you’ll be eating them? How often do you fertilize for the summer?
Great DIY Laura!! This is such a great idea and I could even pull this off on my porch! Thank you for sharing your ideas with us! These are a must do for sure!! :)
What a great idea!!
How would one go about adding compost or feeding the soil after its all set in?
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Omg ty so much.....perfect solution for me. I see the comments below, will check on toxicity or another material yet I love the concept.
Cute idea but you should probably make a video showing the actual on-going maintenance that will need done with this setup. I'm guessing some people won't know that they're going to have to maintain them regularly by trimming the daughters (runners) and replacing plants as they get old. Cutting the runners is no big deal but I wouldn't want to have to replace a failing plant in one of those tubes. Lol.
Cant wait to see the updates!! Beautiful!
It will be for next summer project. Question for you will this survive in the winter?
I wondered if the tube would heat up too much in sunshine being metal… would it be tricky keeping the compost moist enough? 😬
DEFINITELY trying this!!! Thanks for sharing this idea👏🏽
I wonder if you could use drip tubing slit lengthwise and pushed onto the rim of each hole to protect your hands.
Great idea! I just want to ask, it wasn't easier to drill holes while tube was flat?
No, because when you drill it while the tube is flat the circles would look deformed.
@@vitordonascimento2428 I disagree with you, but the question was something else. At the end even if it looks deformed you will not see it because plants will cover it as we can see in this clip. You cant even see deformations Aaron made by pushing de drill, I really think it would be easier to do it while it was flat.
I have to try this. I have attempted to growm strawberries before without luck. PS: gorgeous hair!
Sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo............. strawberries look great.
Hey can you give an update on these strawberries and also I was wondering if you could explain how was the crown covered with moss? Was it entirely covered?
Great job you have it going
Smart idea!
Curious, how do you save them over the winter, so strawberries comeback the following year?
I'm interested to know that too bcoz I also live in zone 5.
Great idea! Great clean look!
You are GENIUS 😍😍😍 Did you have a lot of strawberries 🍓 with this set up?
If you use a deburring tool, it will remove all the sharp edges in the metal and make it easier to hold without getting cut. They usually run around 7 dollars at Home Depot or Lowes.
I love this idea
I'm interested in how the strawberries go after a season, if the soil runs out of nutrients etc. Or if you just use some liquid fish emulsion?
Can I use cedar 1x6 lumber to build squared poles? Is that wood safe? I plan to replace every 5 year.
Would be much safer than using galvanized metal for growing food.
I love the whole setup😍
Absolutely loved this idea! Thanks!
This is simply awesome.
Awesome idea Laura, I can't wait to make one. Do you think this will be great for succulents? Thank you for sharing.
I was watching this again and was wondering if it would be easier to cut the big holes before you snap together since the metal thin. You may have tried and it was hard to control the metal open. How about a drip hose down the centers.
Very cool. Need to give this a try.
Wow what a great idea Laura 👍🏼🕊
Its a great idea, but how well does it handle windy situation ? I got a lot of wind blow in south
I might try this hanging method; but I would try using the tubes that are sold to pour cement in ;I believe they are available in 6 inch and up. 2 good reasons, the main one would be the heat transfer from the outside of the tube to the inside should be minimal. And , as important I think...those heat duct tubes would probably start rusting pretty quick, as they were not designed to be in contact with wet surroundings...Just my opinion
Hmmm. Flex all tape for around edges?
I want to do this for my front porch! So cute! And you can never have too many strawberries!
Do you have to rotate the container for for full sunlight on all sides
How about root bounding and water clogging after several months!
Awesome idea! Can't wait to try it
How did the plants turn out? Would you still recommend this way 4 years later?
Love this idea just wondering how these will winter, we get about 2 weeks of - 30 C
This gave me so much inspo!!!!! Thanks
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This idea is very cool!
How to save these during winters then? Do we need to bring them in?
Hi thank you very much
Wow,, very cool. Your amazing :) what a great idea. Looks very nice, I also like how it looks like the plants arec spiralling around it. Love it ~♡~
This looks really nice…but won’t the metal overheat up the plants and the roots?
Looks great and I like the idea, however I agree about not using zinc coated tube. If you want to use metal, use the Stainless Steel tube. Good luck!
This is a great video! I really want to make this. Thank you for sharing. 🤗
Can you plant strawberry starter roots in this type of planter?